Accessible outdoor fun
5
5
Date of visit: September 2012
overall Rating Text
Excellent
We have visited Carsington reservoir several times with my husband walking, using a wheelchair and then arm crutches. The reservoir is well run by Severn Trent Water. This is a great place to go with the family for some fresh air. There are accessible paths to go around the reservoir, a nature observation hut, restaurant, shops and a playground as well as plenty of picnic areas.
disabled Access In AndAround Text
Excellent
Lots of well-maintained wheelchair accessible paths(especially the flat path to Stones Island). The restaurant is accessed via a lift in the main building. The children's playground is accessible with a wheelchair(if a little steep in places). There are lots of benches in the playground and seating areas in the courtyard next to snack bars and shops.
parkingTransport Text
Good
Plenty of free disabled parking spaces but I am unsure of public transport links to the reservoir.
accessibleToilets Text
Excellent
Toilets in the main building and courtyard.
staff Text
Good
Staff are helpful and attentive towards people with additional needs.
